Giving Baby Up for Adoption

Giving a baby up for adoption is one of the most difficult decisions a woman can make — but it’s also one of the most loving and selfless. Whether you are considering placing an unborn child for adoption or putting an older child up for adoption, know that you are not "giving up" — you are giving life.

In the articles below, you will learn more about giving a baby up for adoption with American Adoptions, no matter what stage of pregnancy you are in or how old your child is.

If you have more questions about giving your baby up for adoption, our adoption specialists are here to help. Call us any time, 24/7, at 1-800-ADOPTION. Your call is free, confidential and does not obligate you to give your baby up for adoption.

Not sure that parenting is right for you, even after you’ve already taken your baby home? You can always choose adoption. Find out how to put a baby up for adoption after you take it home from the hospital — whether it’s been days, weeks or even months since he or she was born.

If you’re asking, “When can you give an unborn baby up for adoption?” know that you can start the process at any point in your pregnancy. American Adoptions can help you learn how to place your unborn child for adoption in a way that benefits both you and your baby.

Whatever challenges you are facing as a parent, there are options for placing a toddler or child for adoption safely and thoughtfully. You can learn about the resources available to you and your child in this guide.

Many women considering adoption worry that they may later regret their adoption decision, wondering, “Can I give my baby up for adoption and get her back later?” Find out what will happen in this situation.

Adoption isn’t the right choice for everyone. It’s worth thinking long and hard about this decision. But if adoption is right for you, the advantages of adoption can be significant. Even though things may seem difficult right now, adoption can provide countless advantages for pregnant women.

American Adoptions, a private adoption agency founded on the belief that lives of children can be bettered through adoption, provides safe adoption services to children, birth parents and adoptive families by educating, supporting and coordinating necessary services for adoptions throughout the United States. For more information on American Adoptions, please call 1-800-ADOPTION (236-7846)